NURS 172 Exam 1 (With complete solution)

Suicide is an inherited trait correct answers False Gunshot wouds are the leading cause of death among suicide victims correct answers True Most people give clues and warnings about their suicidal intentions correct answers True If ap erson has attempted suicide, he or she will not do it again correct answers False Suicide is the act of a psychotic person correct answers False ONce a person is suicidal he or she is suicidal foreer correct answers False Most suicides occur when the severe depression has started to improve correct answers True Most suicidal people have ambivalent feelings about living or dying correct answers True If a suicidal person is intent upon dying he or she cannot be stopped correct answers False People who talk about suicide don't commit suicide correct answers False Major Depression correct answers Loss of interest in usual activites Symptomatic for 2 weeks No history in manic No substances Mornings are bad and get better through the day Dysthymic Disorder correct answers "down in the dumps" At least 2 years Good in the morning worse through the day Predisposing Factors correct answers Genetics Biochemical: Deficiency of norepinephrine, serotonin and dopamine Adolescence correct answers Anger, aggressiveness, running away, delinquency, social withdrawal, sexual acting out, substance abuse, restlessness, apathy Senescence correct answers Bereavement overload High percent of suicides among elderly Postpartum correct answers 3-4 weeks out and still not feeling right. Can last a few weeks to several months Tricyclic Antidepressant correct answers Ex: Amitriptyline